Hello, Storytellers!

We’re back! After a little break (Dunja had a manuscript request 🎉 and Larissa wrapped up the rough draft of her sequel 🥳), we’re so excited to bring you a brand-new episode of The Fiction Affair.

Fair warning—there were a few audio struggles in this one. Bear with us as we shake the dust off and get back into the rhythm. The conversation, though? Absolutely worth it.

This week, we’re diving into the frustrations of publishing—whether you’re:✦ In the trenches of querying✦ Taking the indie route✦ Or navigating traditional publishing deals

Our guest is the wonderful Carmela Dutra, author of A Murder Most Fowl. She joins us to talk about her experiences and to remind us that no matter the path, the challenges are real—but so is the community that gets us through it.

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As always, keep telling your stories and stay cozy!Warmest wishes, lots of love, and a hundred typos,

The Fiction Affair

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